Are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata always the best option?

Direct flights can offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers or connections may sometimes be considerably cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Washington, D.C. to Kolkata flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary greatly even within the same week or month. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in substantial savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Washington, D.C. to Kolkata flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for meals or entertainment. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Washington, D.C. to Kolkata: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1. This means you will almost certainly have at least one stop on your journey.

Fares for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata typically range from $750–$839, with a median of $781. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. Approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata? The most affordable month to fly is August, with a median fare of $490. Other cost-effective options include January, with a median fare of $697, and November, where the median fare is $750. Planning your trip during these months could result in considerable savings.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata? A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata takes approximately 20h 0m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 13,010 km.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Regular price: $1,098 - $1,943

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata is $1098 to $1943. The current lowest deal is $866 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 30.

now $866

Low $1,098

High $1,943

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata is August, with a median price of $490. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1236. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $490

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,236

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Aug

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Air India Limited

Akasa Air

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,517

$1,017

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,638

$935

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,394

$975

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,405

$975

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Qatar Airways

$1,437

$946

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,437

$1,014

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$1,534 → $980

36%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,426 → $931

35%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$1,444 → $960

34%

5 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 18

$1,441 → $962

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Washington, D.C. - Kolkata route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to Kolkata are below the typical level at $866.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $490.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 20h 0m with stopovers

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata typically take 20h 0m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers deals

Etihad Airways has 84 deals available, making it a prominent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers competitive prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$872

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Kolkata.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,105

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$1,006

Kolkata main airports to arrive at

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (CCU)

Cheapest

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is a good arrival choice for Kolkata.

📍 ~12 km from Kolkata (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$872

Airports nearby Kolkata used as alternative

Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP)

Consider Kazi Nazrul Islam as an alternative arrival airport, especially for domestic connections within West Bengal.

📍 ~170 km from Kolkata (reachable by road and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1,011

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Oct 24

Kolkata, India

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$6,397

$3,959

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Kolkata, India

92% AI deal score

$6,498

$3,962

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Nov 12

Kolkata, India

92% AI deal score

$6,489

$3,967

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From IAD

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Sep 12

Kolkata, India

92% AI deal score

$6,676

$3,971

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From IAD

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Nov 12

Kolkata, India

92% AI deal score

$6,441

$4,060

Save $2,381

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

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Sep 12

Kolkata, India

92% AI deal score

$7,061

$4,462

Save $2,599

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Oct 03

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,294

$4,065

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Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Oct 27

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,387

$4,313

Save $2,074

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Nov 04

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,400

$4,378

Save $2,022

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Oct 01

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,406

$4,388

Save $2,018

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Nov 07

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,762

$4,457

Save $2,305

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Sep 12

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,557

$4,459

Save $2,098

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kolkata

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance is often recommended for international flights, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative departure or arrival airports offer better prices.

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Washington, D.C. to Kolkata: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Regular price: $1,098 - $1,943

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata is $1098 to $1943. The current lowest deal is $866 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 30.

now $866

Low $1,098

High $1,943

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

August

Cheapest

Flights from $490

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,236

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Aug

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Air India Limited

Akasa Air

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,517

$1,017

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,638

$935

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,394

$975

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,405

$975

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Qatar Airways

$1,437

$946

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kolkata

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Kolkata (CCU)

Etihad Airways

$1,437

$1,014

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$1,534 → $980

36%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,426 → $931

35%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$1,444 → $960

34%

5 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 18

$1,441 → $962

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Washington, D.C. - Kolkata route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to Kolkata are below the typical level at $866.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $490.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 20h 0m with stopovers

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata typically take 20h 0m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers deals

Etihad Airways has 84 deals available, making it a prominent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers competitive prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$872

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Kolkata.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,105

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$1,006

Kolkata main airports to arrive at

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (CCU)

Cheapest

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is a good arrival choice for Kolkata.

📍 ~12 km from Kolkata (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$872

Airports nearby Kolkata used as alternative

Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP)

Consider Kazi Nazrul Islam as an alternative arrival airport, especially for domestic connections within West Bengal.

Kolkata, India

91% AI deal score

$6,557

$4,459

Save $2,098

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kolkata

Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Today’s best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Washington, D.C. to Kolkata: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Washington, D.C. - Kolkata route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Typically 20h 0m with stopovers

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers deals

Deals are rare

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Kolkata main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kolkata used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kolkata

Best Elite deals to Kolkata

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kolkata

How can I find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?

When should I book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?

Are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Washington, D.C. to Kolkata flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Washington, D.C. to Kolkata flights?

Related routes

More routes from Washington, D.C.

Flights to Kolkata from other cities

Washington, D.C. to Kolkata: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata

Washington, D.C. - Kolkata route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Typically 20h 0m with stopovers

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers deals

Deals are rare

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Kolkata main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kolkata used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kolkata

Best Elite deals to Kolkata

Oct 24

Nov 14

Nov 12

Sep 12

Nov 12

Sep 12

Oct 03

Oct 27

Nov 04

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Sep 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kolkata

How can I find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?

When should I book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kolkata?